Operated hire ensures your project is completed safely and efficiently. Strike free.

The most experienced & highly trained operators achieving all levels of project complexity, responsible for over 1 million hours of strike free excavation work

Open an account in 30 minutes – we do all the work!

Elite Operators as standard

Vac-Ex aspires to offer the best excavator operators with the best vacuum excavators so that our clients know they are in trusted hands. Our operators are responsible for over 1 million hours of strike free excavation work so our reputation speaks volumes.

Our operators are at the heart of everything we do which is why a particular focus of ours is our highly developed in-house training programme. This allows our operators to become the best accredited operators in the industry specialising in some of the most challenging construction sectors, including airports, nuclear power, oil & gas, and more. Our commitment to training and accreditation ensures that our operators are well-prepared to meet the demands of your excavation project, no matter how complex.

Our operators will work in partnership with your team to get the job done safely and efficiently.

How it works

1. Consult

We will work with you to understand what you need to get the job done properly.

2. Recommend

Book in the right machine, the right equipment and the right operator for your job.

3. Hire

24/7 operated hire to complete the job on time, working closely with you and your team.

Operated Machines

All our units are available to hire 24/7 with our highly qualified operators.

CPCS Ticketed Operated 32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavator

This is one of our most popular operated vacuum excavation unit. The hydraulic 'Mega Arm' and 32 tonne capacity makes it the leading machine on the market.

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CPCS Ticketed Operated T-Vac Midi Track

This is a compact yet powerful and versatile vacuum excavation unit. It is capable of handling even the hardest to reach excavation projects.

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32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavator Functionality

The CPCS Ticketed Operated 32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavation unit comes with 8 wheeled rear steer, 12m³ capacity and the hydraulic extendable “Mega Arm”, which is the longest reaching hydraulic power arm in the market.

The vacuum excavation unit offers a verge and kerb side tipping feature so that the plant operator can easily access the areas needed when depositing the materials. Our units come with a tracker system built in, birds eye 4-way recordable CCTV, left-hand drive for access and egress and side scanners to ensure your vehicle remains safe throughout the extraction and transportation process.

Prior to commencement of hire, a Pre-Hire Duty of Care Conformity Pack will be issued before the unit is deployed.

32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavator Features

  • Mega Hydraulic Power Arm

    Hydraulic extendable market leading “Mega Arm” allowing working at distance, also incorporating a built in height restrictor for those contracts that have “Head Room” constraints.

  • Vehicle

    Chapter 8 compliant with onboard 2 tool compressor – HVO fuel ready

  • 8-Wheeled Vac-Ex

    8 wheeled Vac-Ex unit for extra capacity of the excavated materials, eliminating the amount of time spent tipping and increasing the amount of time spent excavating.

  • Safety

    Left hand drive Vac-Ex units for safe Access and Egress with a 4 way recordable HD system and side scanners for vulnerable road users – See our “FORS GOLD” Accreditation

CPCS Accredited

Our 32T 8 Wheel Vacuum Excavator is operated by a HGV qualified CPCS accredited plant operator to operate in a safe and professional manner.

At Vac-Ex we are dedicated to keeping our units as environmentally safe as possible which is why our vacuum excavation units are available with HVO Fuel, more information on our biofuels can be found on our environmental page.

For more information on our 32T vacuum excavation units or to arrange hiring one of our available units please complete the short form below or call 01302 638 465.

T-Vac Midi Track Functionality

The CPCS Ticketed Operated T-Vac Midi Track is a small but powerful unit. Capable of excavating most types of ground both wet or dry, this unit has a small footprint allowing it to access the tightest environments.

This unit has a spoil capacity of 1m³ and can be fitted with a Chalwyn valve and spark arrestor upon request for added safety functionality.

T-Vac Midi Track Features

  • Next Generation

    Make use of the latest vacuum technology on a smaller footprint.

  • Compact Design

    Small, compact design that is powerful and capable of handling all terrain.

  • Carrying Capacity

    Can excavate most ground types both dry and wet with a capacity of 1m³.

  • Safety Features

    Chapter 8 compliant and fully serviced, suitable for all terrain.

Compact Vac-Ex

Our compact vacuum excavation unit can be controlled remotely. These units are operated by a qualified CPCS accredited plant operator to operate in a safe and professional manner.

For more information on our CPCS Ticketed Operated T-Vac Midi Track unit or to arrange hiring one of our available units please complete the short form below or call 01302 638 465.

Pre-Hire Duty of Care Conformity Pack

What our pack includes

At Vac-Ex we believe in a fully transparent operation which is why before deployment all of our hired units come with a Pre-Hire Duty of Care Conformity Pack. This pack will be made available to all clients prior to our hired operated units attending the site and will include the following information.

Plant Operator Details

  • Name
  • HGV Licence
  • Competency Certificates – CPCS
  • Sector Specific Certificates;
  • Nuclear Site Pass Holder
  • NRSWA Streetworks
  • Safety Critical Medical
  • National Grid Person – Substation
  • EUSR Shea Gas
  • EUSR Water

 

Vehicle Details

  • Registration
  • MOT
  • Road Tax
  • Insurance Certificate
  • Road Worthiness Inspection
  • In-House Machine Audit

Company Certifications

  • Waste Carriers Licence
  • Company Liability Insurance
  • FORS GOLD Certificate
  • ISO 9001:2015 Certificate
  • ISO 14001:2015 Certificate
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The Vac-Ex Difference

Expert Advice

Our sales and service team have decades of experience in vacuum excavation, being the original operators in the UK. Take advantage of this expertise with free advice when preparing for any job. Let’s get the project specified correctly, first time.

I don't just want a vacuum excavator, I want people to work with me to come up with the right way of doing the job. That's what Vac-Ex do. Project Manager - Utilities Company

Elite Operators

We select candidates and give them our highly developed in-house training programme, so they become the best accredited operators in the industry. Our operators will work in partnership with your team to get the job done safely and efficiently.

They will explain what they are doing, how long it will take and work with me rather than just longing out the process to fill the time. I know then it will be done properly. Construction Manager - Framework Contractor
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